Paediatric Community Care Assistant

We are looking for an exceptional Community Paediatric Care Assistant to join the Newcross Healthcare team in the Plymouth area. Join us in a supportive and rewarding environment where your work helps children and young people live happier, healthier lives. Due to the clinical needs of this care package, experience caring for children is essential.

• Personal care and support:
  Assisting with daily routines to promote comfort and wellbeing
• Challenging behaviour support:
  Managing behaviours with patience and understanding
• Community access:
  Helping children engage in their local community
• Promoting independence:
  Encouraging confidence and autonomy
• Medication support:
  Safe, timely administration of medication
• Specialist clinical care:
  Supporting complex needs, including ventilation, tracheostomy care, enteral feeding, nebuliser treatment and seizure management
• Minimum 6 months of paid professional care experience (or personal care experience in the UK)
• Confidence supporting individuals with limited mobility
• A valid driving licence and access to a reliable vehicle
• The right to work in the UK
• Experience with complex care (preferred but not essential, full training provided)
• Registration:
  Applicants in Scotland, Wales, or Northern Ireland will require the relevant registration (e.g., SSSC, SCW, NISSC). Not applicable in England.
• Ability to understand both verbal and written English to follow care plans and communicate effectively
• Qualities:
  Empathy, Integrity, Respect, Teamwork and the ability to deliver exceptional care

• Long-term Bookings:
  Consistent hours, working with the same clients for stronger relationships
• Unlimited Training: 400+ CPD-accredited courses through Futur
  
  U to help you grow your skills
• Referral Bonus:
  Earn up to £500 for every friend you refer
• Welcome Gift & Uniform:
  Receive a free uniform and welcome box when you join
• Perks at Work: 30,000+ discounts on retail, tech, travel and more

Join us and help transform lives. At Newcross Healthcare, we believe great care begins with people who care. That is why we empower you with smart technology, 24/7 support and a team that values you. You will have the freedom to deliver care guided by empathy, respect, integrity and teamwork. Ready to make a lasting impact? Apply today and help shape brighter futures for children and young people.

If this advert states male or female only, it is due to a genuine occupational requirement. If you do not meet this requirement, please review our other vacancies.

Newcross Healthcare offers permanent employment in temporary locations with both full-time and part-time hours available, subject to availability.